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Mikai Gbayor seeks breakthrough season at Florida State in 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:25 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Mikai Gbayor seeks breakthrough season at Florida State in 2026

Summary

Florida State linebacker Mikai Gbayor enters the 2026 football season aiming to secure a full-time role after transferring from North Carolina. The 6-foot-2, 218-pound redshirt senior previously played at Nebraska and has shown steady improvement, highlighted by a career-best season in 2024. He hopes to enhance his NFL Draft prospects with a strong performance this year. Gbayor's familiarity with FSU's defensive coordinator Tony White may aid in his transition.

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By the Numbers

•Gbayor is a redshirt senior linebacker at Florida State.
•He transferred from North Carolina after playing at Nebraska.
•Recorded 114 career tackles and notable individual accolades.
•Aims for a larger role to improve his draft prospects.
•Familiarity with defensive coordinator Tony White may benefit him.

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Former five-star recruit Myles Graham enters the 2026 season after leading Florida in tackles and establishing himself as an elite SEC linebacker.
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